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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Rocky Mountain Element 30 and 2009 Rocky Mountain Element 30.
- Data limitation
Only 2009 Rocky Mountain Element 30 has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
- Equipment
2007 Rocky Mountain Element 30 has 5 mm more front travel than 2009 Rocky Mountain Element 30 in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2007 Rocky Mountain Element 30
2009 Rocky Mountain Element 30
Overview
Model Year
2007
2009
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element 30
Element 30
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$1,999.00
Not documented
Colors
Shadow, Spring Blue
Black/Aluminum
Sizes
15", 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5"
15", 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Aluminum
RMB FORM 7005 Aluminum w/carbon seatstays
Fork
Marzocchi MX Pro, 105mm travel
Marzocchi 33 TST, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium/steel, single crown
Single
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP2, 100mm travel
Fox Float RP2, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Shifters
Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Front Derailleur
Shimano LX
Shimano SLX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XT
Crankset
Race Face Ride XC X-Type
Race Face Ride XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Ride XC X-Type
Race Face Ride XC X-Type
Cassette
—
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
9-speed
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG53-9
Shimano HG53-9
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520
Shimano PD-M520
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore brakes, Shimano Deore levers
Shimano M575 disc brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Fsa
1 1/8" FSA
Handlebar
Easton EA30
Easton EA30 Lo-Riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Easton EA30
Easton EA30
Saddle
Rmb
WTB Rocket V Comp
Seatpost
Easton EA30
Easton EA30, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore disc
Rims
Alex TD17
WTB SpeedDisc XC
Spokes
DT Champion stainless steel
DT Swiss Champion
Front Tire
26 x 2.25" IRC Mibro Marathon
26" WTB Exi Wolf
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.